Glendale Cops Drop New Video in Hunt for Deadly Hit-and-Run Truck
Glendale police are once again asking for the public’s help, releasing new video stills on April 9, 2026, in their search for the driver of a pickup they say struck and killed a woman in November 2025 near 59th Avenue and Missouri Avenue. Detectives believe the vehicle is a white, older-model Chevrolet Silverado crew cab, likely with damage to the passenger-side headlight...
Phoenix Public Library to unveil Wallace and Ladmo commemorative card
We’re aiming to raise $10,000 by April 26. Your support ensures New Times can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print. The Phoenix Public Library is about to honor Valley icons Wallace and Ladmo with a commemorative library...
Injuries reported after Loop 101 crash in West Valley
PEORIA, Ariz. — Multiple vehicles were involved in a collision Friday morning on the Loop 101 freeway in the West Valley. The Arizona Department of Public Safety said up to four cars were involved in a crash reported in the northbound lanes near the Thunderbird Road exit in Peoria.
Phoenix police sergeant placed on leave after anti-ICE rally incident in Chandler
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A Phoenix police sergeant who showed up during an anti-ICE student walkout three months ago at Hamilton High School has been placed on administrative leave. Phoenix Police Chief Matthew Giordano made the announcement Friday afternoon after a recent report by Chandler police said Dusten Mullen, a...
Deadly crash closes major intersection in Maryvale
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A deadly crash shut down a major intersection in Maryvale on Friday morning. Details are extremely limited. Authorities shut down 35th Avenue and Thomas Road shortly before 6 a.m. Drivers should avoid the areas as police investigate what led up to the crash. An Arizona’s Family...
Feds Say Phoenix Money Man Blew $10.7 Million On Super Bowl Splurge
Federal prosecutors say a former finance chief quietly funneled more than $10.7 million out of an Arizona software company and into his own life, right down to nearly $40,000 on Super Bowl tickets. The alleged long game of corporate skimming is now center stage in a federal wire fraud case in Phoenix.
Cozy Arizona Diners Where the Burgers Are the Real Reason People Return
Arizona is home to some seriously amazing burger joints that go way beyond fast food. From tucked-away Tempe spots to bustling Scottsdale hangouts, these diners serve up juicy, flavorful burgers that keep locals coming back again and again. Whether you like classic cheeseburgers or bold, creative stacks loaded with toppings,...
Road rage leads to shooting, crash and armed robbery in Phoenix, officials say
PHOENIX — An alleged road rage incident turned violent early Thursday morning, leading to a shooting, rollover crash, and armed robbery near Interstate 10 and 32nd Street, according to officials with the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Around 5 a.m., investigators said a man driving a Dodge Charger fired...
‘It’s always haunted me’: Insight into the Robert Fisher case
It's one of Arizona's most infamous unsolved cases: What happened to Robert Fisher? He's accused of killing his wife and two kids before blowing up their Scottdale home on April 10, 2001.
Balloon-related outages leave thousands without power
Holidays, birthdays, and celebrations of all kinds often include Mylar balloons—those thicker, foil balloons that last much longer than traditional latex ones and standout for high decoration and shine. For such a festive addition, they can also come with an unexpected consequence: power outages. This week alone, Mylar balloons were responsible for leaving more than 10,000 Arizona homes without electricity, including approximately 1,000...

















